Fannie Davis Peters1,2

F, b. February 11, 1888, d. May 28, 1942
     Fannie Davis Peters was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.1,2 She was born on February 11, 1888 at Bedford Co., Virginia.1,2 She married Woods Lee "Woody" Craft Sr., son of Joel David Craft and Martha Jane Givens, on August 7, 1907 at Roanoke, Virginia.1,2 As of August 7, 1907,her married name was Craft. Fannie Davis Peters died on May 28, 1942 at age 54.1,2

Census Records

1920Dwelling 304, District 28, Highland Ward 1, Roanoke, Virginia3
1930Dwelling 172, District 15, Roanoke, Virginia4
1940Dwelling 117, District 119-21, Roanoke, Virginia5

Family

Woods Lee "Woody" Craft Sr. b. August 9, 1878, d. August 20, 1950
Marriage*Fannie Davis Peters married Woods Lee "Woody" Craft Sr., son of Joel David Craft and Martha Jane Givens, on August 7, 1907 at Roanoke, Virginia.1,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1321] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of John Spencer Craft."
  2. [S2253] Evergreen Burial Park, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=61845073&CRid=50174&df=all&
  3. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Woody Lee Craft, Sr. obituary in the Aug 21, 1950 edition.

Ruth Haynes1

F, b. September 20, 1894, d. August 2, 1980
     Ruth Haynes was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.2,3 She was born on September 20, 1894 at Virginia.2,3 She married Oswald Cletus Craft, son of Joel David Craft and Martha Jane Givens, circa 1913.4,1 As of circa 1913,her married name was Craft.4 Ruth Haynes died on August 2, 1980 at Virginia at age 85.2,3

Census Records

1920Dwelling 27, District 77, Ward 3, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia5
1930Dwelling 18, District 3, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia4
1940Dwelling 248, District 105-5, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia6

Family

Oswald Cletus Craft b. April 1, 1887, d. January 10, 1969
Marriage*Ruth Haynes married Oswald Cletus Craft, son of Joel David Craft and Martha Jane Givens, circa 1913.4,1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Oswald Cletus Craft obituary in the Jan 12, 1969 edition.
  2. [S1321] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of John Spencer Craft."
  3. [S3411] Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Kathleen May Martin1,2

F, b. September 23, 1901, d. April 19, 1973
     Her Social Security Number was 231-66-5154.3 Kathleen May Martin was buried at Forest Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, 693 Mt. Moriah Road, Eagle Rock, Botetourt Co., Virginia.1,2,4 She was born on September 23, 1901 at Eagle Rock, Botetourt Co., Virginia; Her death certificate has a birth year of 1900.3,2 She married Powell Clayton Craft, son of Joel David Craft and Martha Jane Givens, on August 21, 1920 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.1,2 As of August 21, 1920,her married name was Craft. Kathleen May Martin died on April 19, 1973 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 71.3,2

Census Records

1930Dwelling 271, District 11, Fincastle, Botetourt Co., Virginia5
1940Dwelling 317, District 12-13, Fincastle, Botetourt Co., Virginia6

Family

Powell Clayton Craft b. August 7, 1896, d. June 25, 1975
Marriage*Kathleen May Martin married Powell Clayton Craft, son of Joel David Craft and Martha Jane Givens, on August 21, 1920 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.1,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1321] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of John Spencer Craft."
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  4. [S4470] Forest Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Botetourt Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  5. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Gene Clayton Craft obituary in the Apr 15, 2009 edition.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Mary Ruth Craft Dwier obituary in the Jan 15, 1976 edition.
  9. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  10. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Margaret Edna "Maggie" Craft1

F, b. January 16, 1890, d. April 14, 1967
FatherBenjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft1,2 b. March 18, 1865, d. July 19, 1936
MotherJulia Ann Broughman1,2 b. July 20, 1865, d. January 24, 1912
     Margaret Edna "Maggie" Craft was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.3,2 She was born on January 16, 1890 at Craig Co., Virginia.3,1,2 She married Harry Charles Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on December 29, 1914 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 Margaret Edna "Maggie" Craft died on April 14, 1967 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 77.3,2

Census Records

1920Dwelling 103, District 82, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1930Dwelling 79, District 3, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia5
1940Dwelling 24, District 23-2, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6

Family

Harry Charles Craft b. March 5, 1888, d. February 26, 1953
Marriage*Margaret Edna "Maggie" Craft married Harry Charles Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on December 29, 1914 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S1225] Ruth G. Hale, Waugh Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  8. [S46] Stephen A. Taylor & Rena B. Worthen, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1939-1962.
  9. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft1,2,3

M, b. March 18, 1865, d. July 19, 1936
     Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft was buried at McCartney Cemetery, Rt. 615, near Jefferson National Forest, Craig Co., Virginia.1 He was born on March 18, 1865 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 He married Julia Ann Broughman before 1890.1 Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft married Mary Florence Crawford, daughter of James Edward Crawford and Mary Ann Crowder, on July 29, 1914 at Barbours Creek, Craig Co., Virginia.2,1 Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft died on July 19, 1936 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 71.1

Census Records

1920Dwelling 72, District 81, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1930Dwelling 26, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia3

Occupation

1920Farmer4
1930Farmer3

Family 1

Julia Ann Broughman b. July 20, 1865, d. January 24, 1912
Marriage*Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft married Julia Ann Broughman before 1890.1 
Child

Family 2

Mary Florence Crawford b. March 28, 1880, d. February 24, 1937
Marriage*Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft married Mary Florence Crawford, daughter of James Edward Crawford and Mary Ann Crowder, on July 29, 1914 at Barbours Creek, Craig Co., Virginia.2,1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S376] Ruth G. Hale, McCartney Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  3. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Laura Louise Craft Looney obituary in the Feb 23, 1994 edition.

Julia Ann Broughman

F, b. July 20, 1865, d. January 24, 1912
     Julia Ann Broughman was buried at McCartney Cemetery, Rt. 615, near Jefferson National Forest, Craig Co., Virginia.1 Her married name was Craft. She was born on July 20, 1865 at Virginia.1 She married Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft before 1890.1 Julia Ann Broughman died on January 24, 1912 at age 46.1

Family

Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft b. March 18, 1865, d. July 19, 1936
Marriage*She married Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Craft before 1890.1 
Child

Citations

  1. [S376] Ruth G. Hale, McCartney Cemetery, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.

Curtis Vest1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12

M, b. January 24, 1927, d. February 16, 1987
FatherAndy Wade "Bud" Vest6,7,8,9,13,14,15,10 b. January 30, 1895, d. March 16, 1984
MotherMinnie Lottie Perdue7,8,9,13,14,10 b. October 1, 1894, d. January 25, 1973
     Curtis Vest was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.2,3,4,5 His Social Security Number was 230-40-8484.16 He Curtis Vest, age 60, died in a Roanoke Hospital Monday, Feb. 16, 1987. He was a veteran of World War II and an employee of the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation. Surviving are his wife, Evelyn Sission Vest, Check; three sons, Glenn E. Vest, Crossville, Tennessee; Steven C. Vest, Check; Charles E. Vest, Troutville; five grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Ruby Poff, Floyd; Mrs. Nellie Conner, Mrs. Lillie Conner, Mrs. Gladys Eanes, all of Check; and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Troy Vest, Copper Hill. Interment will be in the Wilson Cemetery.5 He was born on January 24, 1927 at Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.3,16,8,10,17,11,12 He married Evelyn May Sisson, daughter of David Byrd Sisson and Lydia Louella "Etta" Conner, on December 27, 1945 at Floyd Co., Virginia.18,19,2,3,4,5,8 Curtis Vest died on February 16, 1987 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 60.3,4,5,17

Census Records

1930Dwelling 126, District 9, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia14
1940Dwelling 143, District 32-11, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia13

Family

Evelyn May Sisson b. July 29, 1926, d. March 13, 2005
Marriage*Curtis Vest married Evelyn May Sisson, daughter of David Byrd Sisson and Lydia Louella "Etta" Conner, on December 27, 1945 at Floyd Co., Virginia.18,19,2,3,4,5,8 
Children

Citations

  1. [S10] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 7, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Evelyn Sisson Vest obituary in the Mar 15, 2005 edition.
  3. [S920] Paul Craghead, Wilson Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA.
  4. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From an unidentified funeral home pamphlet for Curtis Vest.
  5. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Curtis Vest obituary in an undated edition.
  6. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From an unidentified funeral home Pamphlet for Andy Wade "Bud" Vest.
  7. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Minnie Perdue Vest obituary in an undated edition.
  8. [S349] Erma C. Sowers, A Report on the Descendants of Henry Iddings and Abigail Richardson.
  9. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Nellie Rae Vest Conner obituary in the Nov 17, 2007 edition.
  10. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  11. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  12. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  13. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  14. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  15. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Andy W. Vest obituary in the Mar 18, 1984 edition.
  16. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  17. [S3600] U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010.
  18. [S13] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 6, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  19. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, Funeral phamphlet for David Byrd Sisson.
  20. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  21. [S686] Roanoke World News, From the Sherrow Preston Vest obituary in the Jun 22, 1957 edition.
  22. [S13309] Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service, online www.bilbreyfuneralhomeinc.com, From the Glenn E. Vest obituary.
  23. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Artha Jane Ferrell1,2

F, b. April 8, 1893, d. June 1, 1968
     Artha Jane Ferrell was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.3,2 She was born on April 8, 1893 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 She married Chester Bullard "Pats" Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on April 12, 1915 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 As of April 12, 1915,her married name was Craft. Artha Jane Ferrell died on June 1, 1968 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia, at age 75.2

Census Records

1920Dwelling 97, District 82, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1930Dwelling 46, District 2, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1940Dwelling 55, District 23-2, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6

Family

Chester Bullard "Pats" Craft b. February 22, 1894, d. February 23, 1972
Marriage*Artha Jane Ferrell married Chester Bullard "Pats" Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on April 12, 1915 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Charles E. Craft obituary in the Jul 26, 1994 edition.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Cammie Craft Gore obituary in the Jul 11, 2002 edition.
  9. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  10. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Marion E. Craft obituary in the Jun 16, 1996 edition.

Lois Helen Leach1,2,3

F, b. October 23, 1908, d. January 14, 1995
     Lois Helen Leach was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.4 Her Social Security Number was 227-10-4691.5 She was born on October 23, 1908 at Pataskala, Licking Co., Ohio.5,3 She married Robert Frazier Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on October 31, 1943 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.2,6,3 As of October 31, 1943,her married name was Craft.3 Lois Helen Leach died on January 14, 1995 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 86.5,1,7 She CRAFT, Lois Leach, 86, of Clifton Forge, died Saturday, January 14, 1995. Memorial service 2 p.m. Thursday at Nicely Funeral Home Chapel. on January 17, 1995.1

Family

Robert Frazier Craft b. September 10, 1899, d. September 3, 1967
Marriage*She married Robert Frazier Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on October 31, 1943 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.2,6,3 
Child
  • Donna Leigh Craft8,9

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Lois Leach Craft obituary in the Jan 17, 1995 edition.
  2. [S1321] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of John Spencer Craft."
  3. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  4. [S3411] Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S4706] News-Leader, From the Robert Frazier Craft obituary in the Sep 5, 1967 edition.
  7. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  8. [S593] Daily Press, From the Elizabeth Craft Wright obituary in the Mar 6, 2008 edition.
  9. [S593] Daily Press, From the James Craft obituary in the Dec 11, 2008 edition.

Bertha Ann Reid1,2

F, b. December 22, 1896, d. October 21, 1942
     Bertha Ann Reid was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,2 She was born on December 22, 1896 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.1,2 She married Robert Frazier Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on May 1, 1920 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1 As of May 1, 1920,her married name was Craft. Bertha Ann Reid died on October 21, 1942 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 45.1,2

Census Records

1930Dwelling 116, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia3
1940Dwelling 48, District 105-6, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia4

Family

Robert Frazier Craft b. September 10, 1899, d. September 3, 1967
Marriage*Bertha Ann Reid married Robert Frazier Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on May 1, 1920 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1321] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of John Spencer Craft."
  2. [S3411] Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  3. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S593] Daily Press, From the Elizabeth Craft Wright obituary in the Mar 6, 2008 edition.
  6. [S593] Daily Press, From the James Craft obituary in the Dec 11, 2008 edition.
  7. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  8. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Goldie Gretchen Looney1

F, b. April 17, 1903, d. August 4, 1996
FatherJackson Preston "Jack" Looney1 b. June 9, 1875, d. November 19, 1948
MotherSarah Virginia Caldwell1 b. August 26, 1876, d. September 2, 1946
     Her Social Security Number was 223-38-9996.2 Goldie Gretchen Looney was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.3,4 She was born on April 17, 1903 at Craig Co., Virginia.2,4,1 She married Theodore Roosevelt "Teddy" Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on September 4, 1926 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,4,3,5 As of September 4, 1926,her married name was Craft. Goldie Gretchen Looney died on August 4, 1996 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 93.2,4,3,5 She CRAFT, Goldie Looney, 93, of Roanoke, formerly of New Castle, died Sunday, August 4, 1996, at a local convalescent center. She was the widow of Theodore R. (Ted) Craft and retired from New Castle Manufacturing C ompany. Mrs. Craft was a member of the New Castle Christian Church for some 55 years. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Ocie C. and Elmer G. Jones, Roanoke; a granddaughter and husband, Carol and Sam Canode, Troutville; grandson and his wife, Jerry and Caroline Jones, Staunton; two great-granddaughters, Shannon Mowry and Ann Jones; two sisters, Murphy Looney, New Castle, Elba Leiby, Baltimore, Md; several nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to either the New Castle Christian Church or the Craig County Rescue Squad. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday from Huffman Memorial Park, New Castle. The Rev. Ernie Johnson will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Oakey's North Chapel. on August 6, 1996.3

Census Records

1930Dwelling 135, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., VirginiaEnumerated without her husband in the household of her father in the 1930 Census6
1940Dwelling 45, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia7

Family

Theodore Roosevelt "Teddy" Craft b. October 4, 1901, d. August 11, 1954
Marriage*Goldie Gretchen Looney married Theodore Roosevelt "Teddy" Craft, son of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on September 4, 1926 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,4,3,5 
Child

Citations

  1. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  2. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Goldie Looney Craft obituary in the Aug 6, 1996 edition.
  4. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  5. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  6. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ocie Ann Craft Jones obituary in the Mar 23, 2024 edition.

Jackson Preston "Jack" Looney1

M, b. June 9, 1875, d. November 19, 1948
     Jackson Preston "Jack" Looney was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.1 He was born on June 9, 1875 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 He married Sarah Virginia Caldwell on September 8, 1897 at Sugar Grove, Craig Co., Virginia.3,1 Jackson Preston "Jack" Looney died on November 19, 1948 at age 73.1

Family

Sarah Virginia Caldwell b. August 26, 1876, d. September 2, 1946
Marriage*He married Sarah Virginia Caldwell on September 8, 1897 at Sugar Grove, Craig Co., Virginia.3,1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  3. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  4. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Murphy Orine Looney obituary in the Aug 26, 1999 edition.

Sarah Virginia Caldwell1

F, b. August 26, 1876, d. September 2, 1946
     Sarah Virginia Caldwell was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.1 She was born on August 26, 1876 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 She married Jackson Preston "Jack" Looney on September 8, 1897 at Sugar Grove, Craig Co., Virginia.2,1 As of September 8, 1897,her married name was Looney. Sarah Virginia Caldwell died on September 2, 1946 at age 70.1

Family

Jackson Preston "Jack" Looney b. June 9, 1875, d. November 19, 1948
Marriage*She married Jackson Preston "Jack" Looney on September 8, 1897 at Sugar Grove, Craig Co., Virginia.2,1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S28] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1882-1910.
  3. [S26] Ruth G. Hale, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1911-1938.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Murphy Orine Looney obituary in the Aug 26, 1999 edition.

Haden Hight Sublett1,2,3,4

M, b. March 4, 1910, d. July 28, 1982
     Haden Hight Sublett was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.1 His Social Security Number was 230-10-0117.5 He was born on March 4, 1910 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.5,1,4,3 He married Willie Amanda Craft, daughter of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on June 18, 1930 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.1,6,7,4 Haden Hight Sublett died on July 28, 1982 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 72.5,1,4

Family

Willie Amanda Craft b. April 9, 1912, d. October 26, 1990
Marriage*He married Willie Amanda Craft, daughter of Charles Lafayette Craft and Florence Belle Hancock, on June 18, 1930 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.1,6,7,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Willie A. Sublett obituary in the Oct 28, 1990 edition.
  7. [S1321] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of John Spencer Craft."
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Virginia S. Caldwell obituary in the Nov 20, 1992 edition.
  9. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Jean Sublett Phlegar obituary in the Apr 3, 1992 edition.
  10. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Mary Elmore Durvin1,2,3,4

F, b. June 28, 1927, d. January 8, 2012
FatherBenjamin Hughes Durvin5,6,2 b. April 29, 1886, d. June 16, 1962
MotherSarah Elizabeth Elmore5,6,2 b. September 8, 1902, d. November 11, 1971
     Mary Elmore Durvin was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.3 She was born on June 28, 1927 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,2,3,4 As of August 15, 1953,her married name was Roles.2 She married Dr. Earl Elmore Roles Jr. on August 15, 1953 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.2 Mary Elmore Durvin and Dr. Earl Elmore Roles Jr. were divorced before November, 1961.2 Mary Elmore Durvin died on January 8, 2012 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 84.7,3 She Mary Durvin Roles, 84, of Clifton Forge, died on Sunday, January 8, 2012. Arrangements by Family Choice Funerals and Cremations, on January 9, 2012.7

Census Records

1940Dwelling 199, District 105-5, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia5

Family

Dr. Earl Elmore Roles Jr. b. January 29, 1924, d. March 1, 1988
Marriage*Mary Elmore Durvin married Dr. Earl Elmore Roles Jr. on August 15, 1953 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.2 
Divorce* Mary Elmore Durvin and Dr. Earl Elmore Roles Jr. were divorced before November, 1961.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S3411] Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  4. [S6985] D.C. National Archives at Washington, U.S., World War II Cadet Nursing Corps Card Files, 1942-1948.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S1965] Nicely Funeral Home, online www.nicelyfuneralhome.com, From the Benjamin Hughes Durvin, Jr. obituary.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Mary Durvin Roles obituary in the Jan 9, 2012 edition.
  8. [S1276] Virginian Review, From the John Allen Roles obituary in the Sep 22, 2006 edition.
  9. [S1964] Charlene Elmore Blassingham, "Elmores of New Castle, VA."

Betty Jane Durvin1,2,3

F, b. June 28, 1929, d. March 31, 1982
FatherBenjamin Hughes Durvin4,5,3 b. April 29, 1886, d. June 16, 1962
MotherSarah Elizabeth Elmore4,5,3 b. September 8, 1902, d. November 11, 1971
     Betty Jane Durvin was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,3 She was born on June 28, 1929 at Virginia; The Mountain View Cemetery listing has a birth date of Jun 8, 1929.1,2,3 She died on March 31, 1982 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 52.1,3

Census Records

1940Dwelling 199, District 105-5, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia4

Citations

  1. [S3411] Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S1965] Nicely Funeral Home, online www.nicelyfuneralhome.com, From the Benjamin Hughes Durvin, Jr. obituary.

Benjamin Hughes Durvin Jr.1,2,3

M, b. March 27, 1936, d. December 6, 2012
FatherBenjamin Hughes Durvin4,5,1 b. April 29, 1886, d. June 16, 1962
MotherSarah Elizabeth Elmore4,5,1 b. September 8, 1902, d. November 11, 1971
     Benjamin Hughes Durvin Jr. Benjamin Hughes Durvin, Jr., age 76, of 1005 Cliftwood Circle Clifton Forge passed away Thursday, December 6, 2012 at LewisGale Hospital-Alleghany. He was born March 27, 1936 in Clifton Forge Virginia, a son of the late Benjamin Hughes Durvin, Sr. and the late Sarah Elmore Durvin. He was a retired Vice-President and Trust officer for First National Bank with 31 years service. He was a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Banking and the Dunsmore Business School. He was member of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ where he served as a Deacon and Treasurer, was a member of the church choir and also played the organ. He also served as chairman on several church committees. He was a member of the Clifton Forge Elks Lodge # 1065 and a life member of the University of Virginia Alumni Association. He is survived by two nephews, Earl Roles of Clifton Forge, and Jeff Roles and wife Katie of Tavares, Florida. Also surviving are several great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sisters Mary D. Roles and Betty J. Durvin, a brother James A. Durvin, a half-brother Herbert Durvin and a nephew John Roles. A graveside memorial service will be conducted Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. from Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge with the Reverend Glenn Clements officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions take the form of donations to the American Heart Association c/o Joy Weeks 2212 Dressler Drive, Covington, Virginia 24426. Arrangements are being handled by Nicely Funeral Home in Clifton Forge.1 He was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,2,3 He was born on March 27, 1936 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.4,6,1,2 He died on December 6, 2012 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 76.1,6,2

Census Records

1940Dwelling 199, District 105-5, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia5

Citations

  1. [S1965] Nicely Funeral Home, online www.nicelyfuneralhome.com, From the Benjamin Hughes Durvin, Jr. obituary.
  2. [S3411] Mountain View Cemetery, Clifton Forge, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S1964] Charlene Elmore Blassingham, "Elmores of New Castle, VA."
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.

Nathan Conner1,2,3

M, b. circa 1856, d. June 16, 1862
FatherWilliam P. "Big Billy P." Conner Jr.1,2,3 b. February 28, 1824, d. January 19, 1906
MotherClarissa Gray1,2,3 b. circa 1829, d. June 22, 1862
     Nathan Conner was born circa 1856 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,3 He died on June 16, 1862 at Floyd Co., Virginia; Died of diptheria.2,3

Census Records

1860Dwelling 375, Simpsons, Floyd Co., Virginia1

Citations

  1. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S96] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia Death Records, 1853-1882.
  3. [S1424] Virginia Genealogical Society, Death Records Indexing Project.

James Alexander Durvin1,2,3

M, b. March 2, 1940, d. January 18, 1994
FatherBenjamin Hughes Durvin4,5,3 b. April 29, 1886, d. June 16, 1962
MotherSarah Elizabeth Elmore4,5,3 b. September 8, 1902, d. November 11, 1971
     His Social Security Number was 225-50-6949.6 James Alexander Durvin was born on March 2, 1940 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.6,2,3 He died on January 18, 1994 at Virginia at age 53.6,1 He DURVIN, James Alexander, 53, of Clifton Forge, died Tuesday, January 18, 1994. Memorial Service, 3 p.m. Sunday, First Christian Church, Clifton Forge. Arrangements by Nicely Funeral Home. on February 12, 1994.1

Census Records

1940Dwelling 199, District 105-5, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia4

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the James Alexander Durvin obituary in the Feb 12, 1994 edition.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  4. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S1965] Nicely Funeral Home, online www.nicelyfuneralhome.com, From the Benjamin Hughes Durvin, Jr. obituary.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.

Nellie Alice Hancock1,2,3,4

F, b. November 8, 1925, d. November 23, 2008
FatherChester Bullard Hancock5,1,4 b. July 11, 1853, d. June 7, 1935
MotherViola Precious Craft5,1,6,4 b. April 24, 1907, d. January 20, 1960
     Her Social Security Number was 228-38-0670.7 Nellie Alice Hancock was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.3 She was born on November 8, 1925 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,2,7 She married Lamah Richard Hunter on April 18, 1944 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,3 As of April 18, 1944,her married name was Hunter. Nellie Alice Hancock and Lamah Richard Hunter were divorced on July 5, 1963 at Craig Co., Virginia.8 Nellie Alice Hancock married William Robert "Bill" Carper Sr. on March 6, 1964 at Blacksburg, Virginia.3,4,9 As of March 6, 1964,her married name was Carper.4 Nellie Alice Hancock died on November 23, 2008 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.3,9,7 She Nellie Hunter Carper, 83, of New Castle, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 23, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Carper; husband, Lamer Hunter; brother, Robert Hancock; and sister, Sarah Huffman. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Hunter; daughter, Martha Litton; son, Charles Hunter; son, John Hunter and wife, Mary; daughter, Joan Clement; four grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; uncle, Dave Craft; numerous nieces and nephews; and one very special friend (sister), Lillie Huffman. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2008, at Paitsel Funeral Home with Pastor Bill Grindstaff officiating. Interment will follow at Huffman Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Craig County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 81, New Castle, Va. 24127. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2008. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home. www.paitselfh.com. on November 24, 2008.3

Census Records

1930Dwelling 112, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1940Dwelling 38, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6

Family 1

Lamah Richard Hunter b. March 8, 1906, d. February 6, 1980
Marriage*Nellie Alice Hancock married Lamah Richard Hunter on April 18, 1944 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,3 
Divorce* Nellie Alice Hancock and Lamah Richard Hunter were divorced on July 5, 1963 at Craig Co., Virginia.8 
Children

Family 2

William Robert "Bill" Carper Sr. b. May 25, 1901, d. May 20, 1975
Marriage*Nellie Alice Hancock married William Robert "Bill" Carper Sr. on March 6, 1964 at Blacksburg, Virginia.3,4,9 

Citations

  1. [S46] Stephen A. Taylor & Rena B. Worthen, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1939-1962.
  2. [S1322] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of Stephen Andrew Hancock."
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Nellie Hunter Carper obituary in the Nov 24, 2008 edition.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  9. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  10. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Betty J. Hunter obituary in the Sep 25, 2009 edition.
  11. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."

Nettie Violet Fisher1

F, b. August 22, 1882, d. October 8, 1943
FatherFrank Zedoc Fisher2,3,1 b. December 15, 1858, d. April 22, 1917
MotherDora Pence "Madora" Hancock4,5,2,3,1 b. March 8, 1859, d. March 19, 1933
     Nettie Violet Fisher was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.6,1 She was born on August 22, 1882 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.6,1 She died on October 8, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 61.6,1

Census Records

1900Dwelling 36, District 93, Ward 1, Roanoke, Virginia3
1910Dwelling 98, District 110, Highland Ward, Roanoke, Virginia2
1920Dwelling 126, District 31, Ward 2, Roanoke, Virginia5
1930Dwelling 97, District 19, Roanoke, Virginia4
1940Dwelling 14, District 119-45, Roanoke, Virginia7

Occupation

1910Stone printing company folder2
1920Binder manufacturer worker5
1930Printing company binder4
1940Bookbinder7

Family
Child
  • William C. Fisher4

Citations

  1. [S2253] Evergreen Burial Park, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=61845073&CRid=50174&df=all&
  2. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S1322] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of Stephen Andrew Hancock."
  7. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Harry Hampton Fisher1,2,3

M, b. October 18, 1886, d. August 6, 1954
FatherFrank Zedoc Fisher1,2,4 b. December 15, 1858, d. April 22, 1917
MotherDora Pence "Madora" Hancock1,2,4 b. March 8, 1859, d. March 19, 1933
     Harry Hampton Fisher was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.3 He was born on October 18, 1886 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,3 He married Florence Ada Huckabee circa 1915.5,6,7 Harry Hampton Fisher died on August 6, 1954 at age 67.3

Census Records

1900Dwelling 36, District 93, Ward 1, Roanoke, Virginia4
1910Dwelling 98, District 110, Highland Ward, Roanoke, Virginia2
1920Dwelling 305, District 175, Mullens, Wyoming Co., West Virginia8
1930Dwelling 437, District 4, Roanoke, Virginia9
1940Dwelling 191, District 119-11, Roanoke, Virginia10

Occupation

1910Railroad shop crane man2
1920Railroad fireman8
1930Odd job laborer9

Family

Florence Ada Huckabee b. April 17, 1890, d. March 10, 1981
Marriage*Harry Hampton Fisher married Florence Ada Huckabee circa 1915.5,6,7 
Children

Citations

  1. [S25] Richmond, VA Library of Virginia, Craig Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1853-1896.
  2. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S2253] Evergreen Burial Park, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=61845073&CRid=50174&df=all&
  4. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S3993] Maynard Family Tree, online http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/46692242/person/6614875275
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Dora Fisher Payne obituary in the Jul 23, 2009 edition.
  7. [S1426] News-Gazette, From the Jack Dempsey Fisher obituary in the Jul 6, 2011 edition.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Albert P. West1,2,3

M, b. November 3, 1852, d. January 19, 1866
FatherJohn Thrash West4,2,3 b. May 10, 1825, d. September 27, 1909
MotherMary Margaret Aldredge4,2,3 b. August 9, 1827, d. September 4, 1862
     Albert P. West was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.5,2 He was born on November 3, 1852 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 He died on January 19, 1866 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 13; Died of diptheria.6

Census Records

1860Dwelling 410, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia3

Citations

  1. [S711] Pupils of Check High School, Salem Church Head of the River Cemetery.
  2. [S162] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, William G. "The Settler" Aldridge, Floyd Co., VA.
  3. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S33] Surnames of Families of Floyd Co., Virginia, online http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barbr/zz_main_contents.htm
  5. [S104] Billy and Juanita Grice, Cemeteries in Floyd County.
  6. [S96] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia Death Records, 1853-1882.

Katherine "Katie" Simpson1,2,3

F, b. March 3, 1906, d. April, 1979
FatherRobert Henry Simpson4,2,5 b. May 20, 1870, d. July 8, 1946
MotherPanola Mae Hancock4,2,5 b. March 3, 1867, d. March 20, 1937
     Katherine "Katie" Simpson married Unknown Buckley.6 Katherine "Katie" Simpson married Osha Boggs Sr.3 Katherine "Katie" Simpson was buried at Glen Rest Memorial Estate, 8029 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Franklin Co., Ohio.3 Her married name was Buckley. Her married name was Boggs. She was born on March 3, 1906 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.4 She married Roy Gilbert Gullett Sr. on December 23, 1925 at Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Kentucky.4,7 As of December 23, 1925,her married name was Gullett. Katherine "Katie" Simpson died in April, 1979 at Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky, at age 73.3

Census Records

1910Dwelling 29, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia2
1920Dwelling 298, District 22, Ward 1, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky5
1940Boyd County Home, District 10-36, Fairview-Westwood-Millseat, Boyd Co., Kentucky8

Family 1

Osha Boggs Sr. b. 1910, d. October 13, 1974
Marriage*Katherine "Katie" Simpson married Osha Boggs Sr.3 

Family 2

Unknown Buckley
Marriage*Katherine "Katie" Simpson married Unknown Buckley.6 

Family 3

Roy Gilbert Gullett Sr. b. December 25, 1901, d. January 5, 1936
Marriage*Katherine "Katie" Simpson married Roy Gilbert Gullett Sr. on December 23, 1925 at Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Kentucky.4,7 
Children

Citations

  1. [S73] Loretta Gullett Trimble, "Robert Gullett," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Feb 3, 2003.
  2. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S4572] Glen Rest Memorial Estate, Franklin Co., OH, online http://www.findagrave.com
  4. [S23] Paul Howard, unknown record type, TYPE Book.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S826] Loretta Trimble, "Robert Simpson and Panola Hancock," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Aug 8, 2002.
  7. [S4948] Coalton Cemetery, Boyd Co., KY, online http://www.findagrave.com/
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S1420] Columbus Dispatch, The, From the Margaret Ann Boggs obituary in the Jan 20, 2008 edition.
  10. [S1323] Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Birth Index, 1911-1999.

Nell "Nellie" Simpson1,2,3

F, b. May 6, 1904, d. September 27, 1996
FatherRobert Henry Simpson1,4 b. May 20, 1870, d. July 8, 1946
MotherPanola Mae Hancock1,4 b. March 3, 1867, d. March 20, 1937
     Nell "Nellie" Simpson married Virgil Jay Wheeler.5,2 Nell "Nellie" Simpson was buried at Rose Hill Burial Park and Mausoleum, 3801 13th Street, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky.5 Her Social Security Number was 401-42-6826.6 Her married name was Wheeler. She was born on May 6, 1904 at Virginia.6 She married Russell Wilson on June 19, 1920.7,3 As of June 19, 1920,her married name was Wilson. Nell "Nellie" Simpson died on September 27, 1996 at Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky, at age 92.6,8

Census Records

1910Dwelling 29, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 298, District 22, Ward 1, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky4
1940Dwelling 150, District 10-11, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky9

Family 1

Russell Wilson b. 1897
Marriage*Nell "Nellie" Simpson married Russell Wilson on June 19, 1920.7,3 
Children

Family 2

Virgil Jay Wheeler b. December 30, 1906, d. January 8, 2004
Marriage*Nell "Nellie" Simpson married Virgil Jay Wheeler.5,2 
Children
  • Tommy J. Wheeler10,2
  • Nancy Kay Wheeler10,5,2

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S1325] Daily Independent, The, From the Virgil Jay Wheeler obituary in the Jan 10, 2004 edition.
  3. [S1325] Daily Independent, The, From the Bessie Ann Wilson Roberson obituary in the Dec 10, 2014 edition.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S826] Loretta Trimble, "Robert Simpson and Panola Hancock," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Aug 8, 2002.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S73] Loretta Gullett Trimble, "Robert Gullett," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Feb 3, 2003.
  8. [S1324] Health Data Branch, Divisision of Epidemiology and Health Planning Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Death Index, 1911-2000.
  9. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S1323] Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Birth Index, 1911-1999.

Percy Hughes Simpson1,2,3,4

M, b. September 10, 1894, d. March 24, 1950
FatherRobert Henry Simpson5,2,6,3,4 b. May 20, 1870, d. July 8, 1946
MotherPanola Mae Hancock5,2,6,3,4 b. March 3, 1867, d. March 20, 1937
     Percy Hughes Simpson was buried at Rose Hill Burial Park and Mausoleum, 3801 13th Street, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky.7,4 He was born on September 10, 1894 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1,4 He married Myrtle Alice Leap on November 20, 1915 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.5,8,3,9 Percy Hughes Simpson died on March 24, 1950 at Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky, at age 55.10,4

Census Records

1900Dwelling 331, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia2
1910Dwelling 29, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia6
1920Dwelling 325, District 24, Ward 3, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky11
1930Dwelling 424, District 10, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky12
1940Dwelling 91, District 10-11, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky13

Occupation

1920Fireman11
1930Steam railroad expressman12
1940Railroad engineer13

Family

Myrtle Alice Leap b. July 2, 1895, d. December 21, 1962
Marriage*Percy Hughes Simpson married Myrtle Alice Leap on November 20, 1915 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.5,8,3,9 
Children

Citations

  1. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  2. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  4. [S1590] Entucky Department for Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1964.
  5. [S23] Paul Howard, unknown record type, TYPE Book.
  6. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S826] Loretta Trimble, "Robert Simpson and Panola Hancock," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Aug 8, 2002.
  8. [S1325] Daily Independent, The, From the Jack S. Simpson obituary in the Oct 12, 2008 edition.
  9. [S1325] Daily Independent, The, From the Donald Simpson obituary in the Dec 1, 2011 edition.
  10. [S1324] Health Data Branch, Divisision of Epidemiology and Health Planning Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Death Index, 1911-2000.
  11. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  14. [S5940] Salt Lake City, UT FamilySearch, Ohio, County Marriages, 1774-1993.
  15. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson

F, b. April 26, 1898, d. May 8, 1980
FatherRobert Henry Simpson1,2,3 b. May 20, 1870, d. July 8, 1946
MotherPanola Mae Hancock1,2,3 b. March 3, 1867, d. March 20, 1937
     Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson was buried at Rose Hill Burial Park and Mausoleum, 3801 13th Street, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky.1,4 She was born on April 26, 1898 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.1 She married George Dudd Clark on November 26, 1917.5 As of November 26, 1917,her married name was Clark. Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson and George Dudd Clark were divorced before December 22, 1938 at Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Kentucky.1 Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson married Floyd A. "Fid" Wheeler on December 22, 1938 at Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Kentucky.1 As of December 22, 1938,her married name was Wheeler.1 Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson died on May 8, 1980 at Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky, at age 82.1

Census Records

1900Dwelling 331, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia2
1910Dwelling 29, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia3
1930Dwelling 521, District 10, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky6
1940Dwelling 144, District 10-11, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky7

Family 1

George Dudd Clark
Marriage*Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson married George Dudd Clark on November 26, 1917.5 
Divorce* Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson and George Dudd Clark were divorced before December 22, 1938 at Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Kentucky.1 
Children

Family 2

Floyd A. "Fid" Wheeler b. November 20, 1904, d. August 22, 1985
Marriage*Pauline Mae Darrell Simpson married Floyd A. "Fid" Wheeler on December 22, 1938 at Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Kentucky.1 

Citations

  1. [S23] Paul Howard, unknown record type, TYPE Book.
  2. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S4663] Rose Hill Burial Park and Mausoleum, Boyd Co., KY, online http://www.findagrave.com
  5. [S73] Loretta Gullett Trimble, "Robert Gullett," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Feb 3, 2003.
  6. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S1323] Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Birth Index, 1911-1999.

Ralph Calvin Simpson1,2

M, b. April 27, 1888, d. May 15, 1959
FatherRobert Henry Simpson3,4,5 b. May 20, 1870, d. July 8, 1946
MotherPanola Mae Hancock3,4,5 b. March 3, 1867, d. March 20, 1937
     Ralph Calvin Simpson was buried at Rose Hill Burial Park and Mausoleum, 3801 13th Street, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky.4,6 He was born on April 27, 1888 at Craig Co., Virginia.3,7 He married Mabel Clara Deeds on October 21, 1908 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.3,2 Ralph Calvin Simpson died on May 15, 1959 at Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky, at age 71.8

Census Records

1900Dwelling 331, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia5
1910Dwelling 28, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia9
1920Dwelling 79, District 4, Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia10
1930Dwelling 43, District 30, Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky11
1940Dwelling 140, District 10-34, Fairview-Westwood-Millseat, Boyd Co., Kentucky12

Occupation

1910Railroad shop blacksmith helper9
1920Lumber mill teamster10
1930Public school janitor11
1940Manager12

Family

Mabel Clara Deeds b. 1891, d. 1974
Marriage*Ralph Calvin Simpson married Mabel Clara Deeds on October 21, 1908 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.3,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S105] Carie Dixon, "Hancock Family," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Jul 16, 2003.
  2. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  3. [S23] Paul Howard, unknown record type, TYPE Book.
  4. [S73] Loretta Gullett Trimble, "Robert Gullett," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Feb 3, 2003.
  5. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S826] Loretta Trimble, "Robert Simpson and Panola Hancock," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Aug 8, 2002.
  7. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  8. [S1324] Health Data Branch, Divisision of Epidemiology and Health Planning Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Death Index, 1911-2000.
  9. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  14. [S5940] Salt Lake City, UT FamilySearch, Ohio, County Marriages, 1774-1993.
  15. [S1323] Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Birth Index, 1911-1999.

Lamah Richard Hunter1,2,3,4

M, b. March 8, 1906, d. February 6, 1980
     Lamah Richard Hunter was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.5,2 His Social Security Number was 230-09-9215.6 He was born on March 8, 1906 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth year of 1908.6,1,2,4 He married Nellie Alice Hancock, daughter of Chester Bullard Hancock and Viola Precious Craft, on April 18, 1944 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,7 Lamah Richard Hunter and Nellie Alice Hancock were divorced on July 5, 1963 at Craig Co., Virginia.3 Lamah Richard Hunter died on February 6, 1980 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.5,2

Occupation

1944Laborer1

Family

Nellie Alice Hancock b. November 8, 1925, d. November 23, 2008
Marriage*Lamah Richard Hunter married Nellie Alice Hancock, daughter of Chester Bullard Hancock and Viola Precious Craft, on April 18, 1944 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.1,7 
Divorce* Lamah Richard Hunter and Nellie Alice Hancock were divorced on July 5, 1963 at Craig Co., Virginia.3 
Children
  • Betty Jean Hunter7,8 b. September 15, 1944, d. August 27, 2009
  • Martha Carol Hunter7,9,8
  • Charles Richard Hunter7,8,9
  • John Allen Hunter7,9,8
  • Joan Marie Hunter10,8

Citations

  1. [S46] Stephen A. Taylor & Rena B. Worthen, Craig County, Virginia Marriages 1939-1962.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  4. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  5. [S261] Ruth G. Hale, Huffman Memorial Park, Craig Co., VA.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Nellie Hunter Carper obituary in the Nov 24, 2008 edition.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Betty J. Hunter obituary in the Sep 25, 2009 edition.
  9. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  10. [S1320] Steve Taylor, "Descendants of George M. Craft."

William Haden "Little Billy P." Conner1,2

M, b. August 2, 1863, d. April 5, 1926
FatherWilliam P. "Big Billy P." Conner Jr.1,3,4,5 b. February 28, 1824, d. January 19, 1906
MotherElmira J. Furrow1,4,3,5 b. August 26, 1838, d. October 21, 1910
     William Haden "Little Billy P." Conner was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.6,5 He was born on August 2, 1863 at Floyd Co., Virginia.6,5 He married Sarah Amanda Elizabeth "Manda" Conner, daughter of Samuel S. "Slick" Conner and Martha Ann Poff, on November 20, 1884 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,5 William Haden "Little Billy P." Conner died on April 5, 1926 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 62.6,7,5

Census Records

1870Dwelling 236, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1880Dwelling 381, District 30, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia4
1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia8
1900Dwelling 119, District 20, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia9
1910Dwelling 183, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia10
1920Dwelling 103, District 100, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia11

Occupation

1910Farmer10
1920Farmer11

Family

Sarah Amanda Elizabeth "Manda" Conner b. January 12, 1863, d. January 6, 1947
Marriage*William Haden "Little Billy P." Conner married Sarah Amanda Elizabeth "Manda" Conner, daughter of Samuel S. "Slick" Conner and Martha Ann Poff, on November 20, 1884 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,5 
Children

Citations

  1. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S33] Surnames of Families of Floyd Co., Virginia, online http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barbr/zz_main_contents.htm
  3. [S166] National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  6. [S104] Billy and Juanita Grice, Cemeteries in Floyd County.
  7. [S1569] Funeral records of Mr. Marion Thomas Hall, online http://www.rootsweb.com/~vafloyd/recordsofmarionthomashall.htm
  8. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  13. [S116] Floyd Press, From the Amanda Elizabeth Conner obituary in the Jan 9, 1947 edition.
  14. [S1690] W. W. Likens, Records of Death - Book 7, Grant Bryant Funeral Home Records Jan 1, 1921 - Aug 31, 1922.
  15. [S162] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, William G. "The Settler" Aldridge, Floyd Co., VA.
  16. [S12] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 5, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.